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  #3530012 22-Sep-2026 09:39
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CtrlAltKiwi: Customer Service Vodafone NZ (now One NZ) Jan 2016 - March 2021 

this was the volunteer work I did on the Vodafone community- Answering plan questions, providing links to into and questions about sim swaps etc.

Definitely have that one on your C.V with some description because it's very relevant but do make sure the nature of the position and work is clear to potential employers. Imo it is more in the nature of "unpaid work" than conventional volunteer work which tends to be charity oriented in some way. I'd add the word "forum" or "online forum" to your description. I'd include your username, postcount and a description of the kinds of questions you answered.



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  #3530013 22-Sep-2026 09:41
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RunningMan:

 

Being neurodivergent is obviously creating a lot of difficulty for you getting through a job application and interview process that isn't designed for neurodivergent people. Perhaps it would be good to seek help from a neurodivergent support group or similar to see how other similar people learn this process? They might also be able to help you promote the positive aspects of your neurodivergency better as well, and how those skills can benefit a potential employer.

 

 

I genuinely feel like this is the answer. Unfortunately, despite the world becoming more aware and more understanding of Neurodivergence, there is still a need to be able to confirm to some standards, even in an understanding workplace. 

 

I think in some ways you need to put yourself in an employers shoes, and understand what they want/need from an employee. Most employers will make some allowance if they are seeing effort and perhaps some non standard benefits.

 

 

 

 

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